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Malkuni Rock

A big rock with strong currents and deeper water. Lots of fish, but this one is for advanced divers only.

About this site

Malkuni Rock

Malkuni Rock is one of the hardest dives around Tarkarli, and one of the most fun. It's named after its big rock. The current is strong and the water is deeper. Bigger fish come here, so it's worth the effort.

Depth range

9-17 meters

Max depth

17 meters

Visibility

6-11 meters

Difficulty

Advanced

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The site and the water

What the sea floor looks like and what the water is like

The sea floor

The big rock forms steep walls, ledges and cracks. The depth goes from 9-17 meters. You'll see different things at different depths.

Water conditions

This is a dive for advanced divers. The current is strong and can change a lot around the rock. You need very good buoyancy control and should feel at ease in deeper water.

Best time to dive

The best months are November to March. The current is easier to plan for then, and the water is clearer. Fish are more active too.

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Location

Where the site is and how we get there

Latitude16.0412
Longitude73.4856

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We usually leave by boat from Tarkarli Bandar Jetty. We go once we have checked the weather and safety gear.

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What you may see

Fish and sea life you may see here

Malkuni Rock is named after its one big rock. Larger fish like to hang around it. The current is strong and the water is deeper, so this dive is a challenge.

Big groupers and snappers
Schools of barracuda
Moray eels in the rock cracks
A shark now and then
Many kinds of reef fish
Crabs and shrimp in the rocks
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Conditions

What to expect in the water here

Strong currents around the rock
You need advanced diving skills
Water can be less clear when deeper
Rocky bottom where you could get caught
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Safety

How our team keeps you safe here

Advanced certification required
Dive with an experienced buddy
Carry backup gear
Watch your depth and dive time
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Packages

Packages people often book for this site

Discover Scuba Diving

A guided dive with an instructor, with more time to look around.

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Dive at Malkuni Rock

Pick a package and a date. Our team will check the sea and make sure the site suits you.

We pick the site on the day. It depends on how clear the water is, how rough the sea is and how comfortable you feel.

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